Business Details
15 Years
experience
Expert Mental Health Therapists in Northampton
Established in 2011, Albion Consultancy & Treatment provides expert mental health assessment and therapeutic services for children, adolescents, adults, and families. Our independent outpatient facility at Delapre Abbey offers a professional yet welcoming environment, staffed by accredited practitioners including psychologists, psychotherapists, and counsellors. All clinicians maintain memberships with leading regulatory bodies such as the British Psychological Society, Health and Care Professions Council, and British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. We specialise in evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, and work-related stress, combining clinical expertise with compassionate care. Our therapy rooms cater to individual, couple, and family sessions, while our practitioners deliver tailored interventions including cognitive-behavioural therapy, EMDR, and psychometric assessments.With decades of combined experience across NHS, private, and forensic settings, our team demonstrates deep expertise in addressing complex mental health challenges. We maintain rigorous professional standards through regular clinical supervision and continuous professional development, ensuring optimal client outcomes. Our facility combines historical charm with modern amenities, featuring free parking and accessible amenities within Northampton's scenic grounds. Client feedback consistently highlights our practitioners' competence, professionalism, and ability to create safe therapeutic spaces. We prioritise transparent communication, offering pre-appointment consultations to ensure treatment alignment with client needs. Our multidisciplinary approach addresses both immediate concerns and long-term psychological wellbeing, supported by comprehensive psychological evaluations when required.
Services
Psychological Assessment
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
EMDR Therapy
Trauma Counselling
Work-related Stress Treatment
Psychometric Testing
Clinical Supervision
Couples Therapy
Eating Disorder Support
Personality Disorder Treatment
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- Our practitioners hold accreditations with leading regulatory bodies including BPS and HCPC
- Therapists combine NHS, private, and forensic sector experience across 20+ specialisms
- Dedicated therapy rooms in historic Delapre Abbey with free parking and amenities
- Multidisciplinary approach integrating CBT, EMDR, and psychosensory techniques
- 100% client satisfaction rate from 2023 service evaluations
Associations and certifications
- British Psychological Society (BPS)
- British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapists (BABCP)
- British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
- Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
What people say
Competent and capable
Speedy referral process
Safe therapeutic environment
Knowledgeable practitioners
Noticeable symptom improvement
Services
Psychological Assessment
Our comprehensive psychological assessments examine cognitive functioning, personality traits, and emotional wellbeing to inform treatment plans. Practitioners use standardised tools to evaluate intellectual capacity, memory, and attention patterns. This evidence-based process helps identify underlying factors contributing to mental health difficulties, providing clear diagnostic insights and treatment recommendations tailored to individual needs.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Specialised CBT interventions address anxiety disorders, depression, and trauma-related conditions through structured, goal-oriented sessions. Our BABCP-accredited therapists help clients identify and modify unhelpful thought patterns and behaviours. This time-limited therapy typically involves 8-10 sessions, focusing on developing practical coping strategies and measurable symptom improvement for conditions like OCD and PTSD.
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing therapy treats trauma and PTSD by processing distressing memories through guided eye movements. Our trained practitioners help clients reframe traumatic experiences, reducing their psychological impact. This evidence-based approach integrates neurobiological techniques with traditional psychotherapy to address both recent and long-standing trauma symptoms.
Work-related Stress Treatment
Tailored interventions address workplace stress, bullying, and burnout through cognitive-behavioural approaches. Our specialists work with employees and organisations to develop stress management strategies, improve workplace resilience, and restore professional performance. Treatment includes initial assessment, goal setting, and 8-10 therapy sessions focused on practical workplace adjustments and coping mechanisms.
Psychometric Testing
Standardised psychometric evaluations measure cognitive abilities, personality traits, and emotional functioning to inform diagnosis and treatment. Our practitioners use validated tools to assess intellectual functioning, memory, and attention deficits. These assessments help identify specific areas requiring intervention, guiding personalised treatment plans for conditions ranging from anxiety disorders to neuropsychological impairments.
People
Professor Clive Long
Consultant Clinical and Forensic Psychologist
Chartered psychologist with HCPC and BPS registration, specialising in anxiety disorders, depression, and trauma. Former Associate Director of Psychology at St Andrews Healthcare with 20+ years' experience in clinical leadership and expert witness testimony.
Dr Malcolm Wheatley
Consultant Clinical and Forensic Psychologist
BABCP-accredited therapist with expertise in adolescent mental health and substance use disorders. Former Lead Psychologist for Adolescent Services at St Andrew's Healthcare, offering evidence-based interventions for anxiety, depression, and trauma-related conditions.
Dr Mary Doran
Counselling Psychologist
HCPC-registered psychotherapist combining CBT with psychosensory approaches like EMDR. Specialises in treating PTSD, anxiety, and depression, with NHS experience in complex trauma and veteran mental health services.
Dr Shan Premachandra
Counselling Psychologist
UKCP-registered practitioner with 20 years' NHS experience treating depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. Utilises integrative psychotherapy and mindfulness techniques to address trauma, bereavement, and obsessive-compulsive disorders.
Dr Geraldine D'Souza
Consultant Psychiatrist
MRCPsych-registered psychiatrist specialising in mood disorders and neuropsychiatric conditions. Provides holistic care for depression, anxiety, and cognitive impairments, with extensive medico-legal experience in mental capacity assessments.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer?
We provide psychological assessments, CBT, EMDR therapy, trauma counselling, and treatment for anxiety, depression, PTSD, and work-related stress through accredited practitioners.
Are your therapists accredited?
All practitioners maintain memberships with leading regulatory bodies including BPS, BABCP, BACP, and HCPC, ensuring professional standards and ethical practice.
Do you offer online therapy sessions?
Some practitioners provide remote sessions via video call. Please contact individual therapists directly to discuss availability and suitability for your needs.
What makes your facility unique?
Our therapy rooms at historic Delapre Abbey combine professional clinical environments with serene surroundings, offering free parking and accessible amenities in Northampton.
How long do therapy sessions last?
Standard sessions run for 50 minutes, with flexible scheduling options available. Treatment duration varies depending on individual needs, typically ranging from short-term interventions to longer-term therapy.
